The Importance Of Didatic Approach To Child Development

Theories and approaches give meaning to what we observe and it is important for us to watch and listen to all the children in our care to help us to deepen our understanding of children's play. Over the past century many psychologists have provided theories and they continue to study development learning more about what children are like and how they develop. Most theories were developed several years ago and it is important for us to remember that research into child development will always be an ongoing process.
There are strengths and limitations for every theory which means we shouldn't always rely on one perspective. Theories help us form personal values and beliefs about learning and play and we should use these to help us form our own personal beliefs, …show more content…
By using different approaches we can aim to be more aware of ourselves and the impact we have on the play environment and the playing child, by looking at different approaches will assist us when working with children.
Didatic Approach
Focusses on Child Development and sees the adult role as one of structuring and directing children in order to help them become successful adults.
Ludocentric Approach
Sees play as having value for its own sake and views the adults role as one of supporting enabling and empowering children in order to help them become successful children.
Children play all over the world and many people have studied play and its importance to children's development. Play workers can draw on the thinking, theories and approaches of others to help them in gaining a greater understanding, and to provide meaning to their work. Knowledge and understanding of these can help us in meeting the different needs of the children in our